{"product_id":"organic-dry-basque-style-black-beans","title":"Organic Dry Basque-Style Black Beans (Tolosana Type) – 2026 Harvest","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in 3 lb and 5 lb Boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003eDry and Shelled\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003e2026 Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003eShips Nationwide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Organic Basque-Style Black Beans are certified organic and grown at Norwich Meadows Farm in Norwich, New York.\u003c\/strong\u003e This dark, richly flavored \u003cstrong\u003eTolosana-type\u003c\/strong\u003e variety is inspired by the celebrated beans traditionally grown around Tolosa in Spain’s Basque Country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese beans are from our 2026 harvest and arrive fully dried and removed from their pods. There are no pods included—the selected box weight is entirely dry beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBasque-Style Black Beans have delicate skins, creamy interiors, and a deep, earthy flavor. Use them in Basque-style bean stews, soups, braises, rice dishes, salads, or simple preparations with olive oil and vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese beans are grown in New York and are not certified Alubia de Tolosa beans from Spain. They are dry, shelled beans sold for cooking and eating—not for use as seeds or plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose Your Box Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 lb Box — Dry and Shelled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA practical quantity for home cooking, soups, stews, rice dishes, and individual recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 lb Box — Dry and Shelled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA larger quantity for batch cooking, entertaining, restaurant use, or stocking your pantry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The box contains dry, shelled beans only—no pods—and the selected weight is the net weight of the edible dry beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Do They Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBasque-Style Black Beans have a deep, earthy flavor with a subtle sweetness and a smooth, creamy interior. Their delicate skins become tender during cooking, while the beans retain enough structure for slow-simmered dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey pair especially well with onions, garlic, leeks, tomatoes, cabbage, olive oil, smoked paprika, chile peppers, and rich vegetable or meat broths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dry beans range in color from deep purple to nearly black. Their cooking liquid develops a rich, dark color and full-bodied flavor as they simmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInspired by the Beans of Tolosa\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTolosa, located in Spain’s Basque Country, is renowned for a distinctive dark bean traditionally prepared in slow-simmered dishes. The beans are often served with cabbage, peppers, sausage, or other rich accompaniments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur Tolosana-type beans are certified organic and grown at Norwich Meadows Farm in Norwich, New York. They share the dark color, creamy texture, and full flavor associated with this Basque culinary tradition, but they are not certified Alubia de Tolosa beans from Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBasque-style black bean stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoups and slow-cooked braises\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBeans with cabbage, onions, and peppers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBeans with sausage or smoked pork\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRice bowls and grain dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarm or chilled bean salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimply simmered and dressed with olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSort and rinse the dry beans before cooking. For a shorter cooking time and more even texture, cover them with plenty of water and soak overnight. Drain and rinse after soaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCover the beans with fresh water or broth, bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat. Simmer gently until completely tender, generally 60–90 minutes depending on soaking time and your preferred texture. Add more liquid as needed and season to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Store Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStore these dry beans in an airtight container in a cool, dry, dark place. Proper storage protects them from moisture and helps preserve their flavor and cooking quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCooked beans may be refrigerated in their cooking liquid in a covered container for several days. For longer storage, allow them to cool completely and freeze them with enough cooking liquid to keep them moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCertified Organic and Farm-Grown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery box contains certified organic Basque-Style Black Beans from our 2026 harvest, grown, harvested, shelled, and dried at Norwich Meadows Farm in Norwich, New York.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAvailable while supplies from our 2026 harvest last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur dry Basque-Style Black Beans ship nationwide. At checkout, please select your preferred available delivery date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n• Order by Thursday at 12 PM EST → Ships Monday\u003cbr\u003e\n• Order by Sunday at 12 PM EST → Ships Wednesday\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOrders generally arrive the following day. If a shipping or delivery date falls on a holiday, your box will ship on the next available shipping day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/norwichmeadowsfarm.com\/policies\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping and Returns Policy\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns Policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Norwich Meadows Farm","offers":[{"title":"3 lb Box — Dry Shelled","offer_id":67652980703533,"sku":"PPBTOL3-8","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb Box — Dry Shelled","offer_id":67652980736301,"sku":"PPBTOL5-8","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0592\/0813\/files\/IMG_3754.jpg?v=1792118392","url":"https:\/\/norwichmeadowsfarm.com\/products\/organic-dry-basque-style-black-beans","provider":"Norwich Meadows Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}